Jabil

Project Manufacturing Engineer

Posted 7 Days Ago

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2 Locations

In-Office

Senior level

Hardware

The Role

Leads manufacturing engineering projects focused on waste elimination, process improvement, cost reduction, and production system performance. Develops process maps, simulations, time standards, equipment and workstation designs, SAP and MES configurations, and New Product Introduction processes. Manages cross-functional teams, supports facility and workcell startups, and oversees material delivery, storage, line-feed, WIP, and buffer systems. Maintains engineering metrics and supports quoting, Lean initiatives, and continuous improvement.

Summary Generated by Built In

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

How will you make an impact?

The Project Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and managing; integrated, production and service delivery systems that assure performance, reliability, maintainability, schedule adherence and cost control within the production site. The Project ME will adopt as its goals profitability, effectiveness, adaptability, responsiveness, quality, and the continuous improvement of products and services throughout their life cycles.

What will you do?

Project leader – lead and implement projects that will eliminate waste, through the standard Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering process. This will include but is not limited to: Complex Process Simulation, Operations Research and Business Model Cost Analysis

Verify Time standards prepared within the Engineering Team
Update and report key Engineering metrics for assigned customer or area
Drive key process mapping activities within the assigned customer or area
Drive the standardization SAP and Manufacturing Execution System configuration
Assist on preparing quotes for proposed projects within the assigned customer or area
Drive process related activities for New Product Introduction.
Support the Lean organization by developing a solid process foundation and data integrity to support process improvement through the organization
Manages cross functional teams to identify, develop, test and implement world class manufacturing equipment, systems, tools, procedures and processes.
Provides support and technical assistance to new facility and/or Workcell startups.
Raw material delivery process, storage and line feed systems.
WIP management, sizing and buffer storage systems.

How will you get there?

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Understanding and application of broad range of manufacturing and industrial engineering tools (ie. Work measurement, simulation, process mapping, facilities and workstation design, operations research, etc.)
Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous improvements and cost reduction programs
Strong communication skills

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or similar field career
8+ years of experience in managing technical engineering teams and cross functional participation.
Manufacturing process development experience included
Large form assembly process development preferred
Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD skills required. Solidworks proficiency preferred

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Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or a similar field
8+ years of experience managing technical engineering teams and participating cross-functionally
Manufacturing process development experience
Knowledge and application of manufacturing and industrial engineering tools, including work measurement, simulation, process mapping, facilities design, workstation design, and operations research
Proven success with change management, continuous improvement, and cost reduction programs
Strong communication skills
Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office
Microsoft Visio proficiency
Microsoft Project proficiency
AutoCAD skills
Large-form assembly process development experience
SolidWorks proficiency

Jabil Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HRA/HSA plan options appearing consistently across role materials. Wellbeing support is also included via EAP access and additional wellbeing-oriented time such as mental-health days in some U.S. postings.
Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which together strengthen long-term savings potential. Additional financial upside is supported in some roles through profit sharing and performance/quarterly bonus structures.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle add-ons extend beyond core insurance, including tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, pet insurance, adoption assistance, and employee assistance resources. Community-oriented benefits such as a paid Day of Service can add perceived non-cash value alongside standard rewards.